But the most important part of the whole project is you. Get involved and give back. Support the non-profit that calls to you, that will help someone else.

In Portland, there is vast need for your support of organizations like JOIN, which helps homeless individuals transition from homelessness to permanent housing. Or provide a hot meal to anyone in need at O’Bryant Square at Potluck in the Park. If you want to give back to Mother Nature, try Forest Park Conservancy which protects and fosters the ecological health ofForest Park.

If you need some help on where to give, try the Willamette Week Give! Guide, which highlights some of the best mission-driven non-profits in our community.